Old Ships - the Star of India - The Oldest Sailing ship that can Still Sail
An antique ship that stands tall and proud amongst its modern counterparts. A ship more than 100 years old that sails strong even in the harshest …
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Marine Engineering
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Communication technology and computer applications - latest modern technology and its use on board ships
Read about the various applications of computers on board a modern ship in cargo loading operations, satellite communication and accounting packages. …
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Computer applications in sailing ships - Modern Technology on board ships
Computers are one of the greatest inventions of the modern age, having profound effect on industry. No wonder the marine industry is not aloof from …
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Hydrographic Survey and different types of ships used as research vessels
R/Vs or Research Vessels are not a single type of ship but this definition covers a wide variety of ships used to explore the ocean floors, detect …
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Ice Breaker Ships: How They are Designed
Ice Breakers are specially designed ships that can sail effectively through frigid conditions and break through thick ice. Learn more about their …
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Offshore oil drilling platforms for drilling oil from sea floor
Drilling oil from the ocean bed is tough but installing a drilling structure amid the vast ocean is even tougher. Once the site for drilling is …
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Offshore production platforms and oil rigs for drilling oil from sea floor
If during the exploratory drills the companies feel that they have struck gold then plans to setup offshore production platforms are made. In this …
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Marine electrical safety and fire safety tips for ship personnel
Even small voltages can be dangerous and since the environment on board a ship is full of moisture, salt and corrosion, utmost care needs to be taken …
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oil drilling for black gold extraction from deep sea floor
Want to know more about oil drilling process? This article will tell you as to how a prospective oil well is selected as the site for oil rig …
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Oil drilling from sea floor in search of Black Gold
It is indeed a important moment when the drill bit comes in contact with the oil and the actual extraction of black gold begins. Have you ever thought …
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